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How to ask directions in ten different languages.
EVERYONE NEEDS TO ASK FOR DIRECTIONS ONCE IN A WHILEAre you planning your next trip? How to get directions in 10 languages! Published on September 8, 2024 Credit: Janis Oppliger Having a general knowledge of the geography and local language is sound advice for anyone visiting a foreign land. Knowing...
The best are the ones you hate to leave. I can personally vouch for Incheon, Seoul's international terminal.
See the world without ever leaving the terminal in the best airports for a long layover.
Say good-bye to your reclining airline seat? Maybe.
“Losing the ability to recline can be a blessing in disguise,” aviation and travel expert William McGee tells ‘Condé Nast Traveler.'
The situation in the Middle East is worsening. United and Delta have suspended flights to Tel Aviv, and other airlines may follow. In light of this, the following steps are recommended:
1) Check with your airline if you have Mideast travel scheduled.
2) Consider travel insurance for any Middle East travel.
3) Consider resetting your trip for a later date.
When it comes to protecting your , it pays to pay attention.
Any of these 11 bad decisions could ruin even the best cruise. We're here to help you identify them so you can save your vacation.
Airlines -- less inclined to let you recline. Depends on where you sit.
As airlines aim to simplify operations, the traditional reclining seat is increasingly considered a nuisance rather than a necessity.
Hotel Tips, Part 1
From location to Wi-Fi, refundable rates to getting upgrades, here are all the things travelers need to consider before booking their next hotel room.
Hotel Tips, Part 2
The cofounder HotelTonight, Sam Shank, explains how to check in or out of a hotel and shares the 10 biggest mistakes travelers make.
All true, plus this one --if you make jokes about anything to do with passenger safety, you WILL be denied boarding. And "I was just playin'" or "It was just a joke!" will NOT get you back on the airplane. The airlines have zero tolerance when it comes to this stuff. So unless you want your next destination to be a no-fly list, do not play games with this. .
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In the midst of a rush request from clients for an East Africa trip, something or someone has taken down my website...
To all travelers who use CLEAR:
The state legislature is looking to block CLEAR from using existing TSA check-in lines, effectively driving them out of the state. If you use this service and like it, whether you live on California or just fly to and from the Golden State often, you might want to make your voice heard on this issue.
Every dog has his day. WOOF!! (And yes, this actually is a thing)...
-- ATTN. TRAVELERS --
If you're thinking about enrolling in , or , or need to renew, do it soon. The cost for each of those programs will increase to $120 for five years as of 1 Oct. It's especially iportant to file as soon as possible, since processing for these programs tends to be rather slow.
Securing America's Borders
If I'm an American traveler in today, I'm making an exit plan.
Some tips to make your golden years a little more golden.
A well-traveled crew of retirees share their savviest tips and tricks—from travel days to avoid, to must-pack items. March 30, 2024 This is part of a colle...
From our friends at Cruise Critic -- 8 potential trip killers to avoid...
From missing your ship in port to having an expired passport, these are the 8 costliest cruise mistakes you can make
Have the have gone too far with all their add-on fees? If you answered "Yes," ask your Senator or Congressperson about Senate Bill 209 and HR 659, aka the FAIR Fees Act of 2023.
The bill "directs the Department of Transportation to prescribe regulations (1) prohibiting an air carrier from imposing specified fees relating to a flight in passenger air transportation that are unreasonable or disproportional to the costs it incurs, and (2) establishing standards for assessing whether such fees are reasonable and proportional to those costs."
"FAIR" stands for Forbid Airlines from Imposing Ridiculous Fees."
Unless you fly in Business or First Class,odds are you've been hit by add-on fees. Last year, they raked in almost $9 billion in on fees alone. Do you feel you got $9 billion' worth of improved service?
This bill was introduced a year ago, but it hasn't moved. That needs to change.
Europe has great stations to match its great trains. The Berlin Hauptbahnhof is one of my favorites.
Looking for some incredible train stations to visit in Europe? Check out this list of our favorites!
Japan has several like this, emphasizing comfort over speed. Big picture windows, restful seats and attentive service. Would you spend $24 for a 2-hour ride on this train?
◆Tobu Railway Space X (Tobu-Nikko→Asakusa)◆I'm a Japanese train enthusiast and stayed in the US🇺🇸 and Canada🇨🇦 for a month.✔︎🇺🇸US and 🇨🇦Canada in 202...
This Canadian traveler has some tips to avoid missing your international flight. Especially in Europe's large and chaotically crowded airports, take these to heart!
Avoid these 3 Common Travel Mistakes that will RUIN Your Trip (especially if you fly to Europe in 2023)In this video, I'll share 3 essential tips to help you...
Cyber-stalking...by an airline employee? Why is this guy still employed???
Hannah Smethurst was worried about her safety when an airline worker sent WhatsApp messages as she was traveling back from Abu Dhabi to Manchester.
The view may not be the greatest, but the prices are reasonable, and the menu definitely is NOT bread and water. Bollate Prison, the site of this unique resto, has a recidivism rate of 17 percent. The rest of Italy's prisons -- 70 percent. Maybe these folks are on to something...
A new restaurant is born in the prison of Bollate, called InGalera. It offers a comfortable setting, a welcoming service, and a rich menu for all tastes. Book your table now!
Some good trips from Nora Dunn on making the security line a little less onerous.
🛄 I'm currently traveling with this carry-on luggage: https://youtu.be/hq7--y89fl4 🎒 And this is what I use as my personal item: https://youtu.be/4T4FMyU3...
Starting May 2023, say goodbye to European passport stamps and hello to being photographed and fingerprinted. The is digitizing the screening process for non-EU travelers -- including Americans. Expect delays.
Once the new EES system is implemented, Americans will be required to give their biometrics in order to be granted access to Europe.
If your passport is expired or will be soon, this is for you.
https://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/new-system-for-online-passport-renewal-is-here-17520226.php?utm_campaign=CMS%20Sharing%20Tools%20(Premium)&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral&fbclid=IwAR2_3irG-vhv0giZ9i7gvmEvX1Vqzs8ViNlk1x1K2utmwVgg6bnJPQkTmxg
To begin, create a MyTravelGov account on the State Department’s website.
Come home in good health this year from your holiday travels.
Simply following a few healthy habits will greatly reduce your chances of catching something.
Little by little, major are some p***c spaces car-less. It's showing signs of becoming a thing. Good news for travelers?
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20220912-four-health-conscious-cities-putting-pedestrians-first?utm_source=pocket-newtab
Inspired by Covid-19's long lockdowns and safety concerns, cities are implementing pedestrian-friendly initiatives and pushing for more car-free spaces.
When it comes to scenic road trips, if you can match California’s Highway 1. This is been a small sample. 
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No April Fools -- Singapore is back! Reopened to travelers, including leisure travelers, without quarantine -- IF you're vaccinated.
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